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The Shalimar Bagh murder case of Rachna Yadav has been solved, with police arresting three accused, including the main conspirator, from Bihar and Haryana. Bharat Yadav, the mastermind behind the killing, had previously murdered Rachna’s husband. Arrests Made Across States A joint police team successfully apprehended the suspects: 33-year-old Bharat Yadav from Bhalswa village, 22-year-old Nikhil from Panipat, Haryana, and 23-year-old Sumit. Bharat Yadav, identified as the main conspirator, orchestrated the murder, and the vehicle and bike used during the crime were recovered from the accused. Fugitive with Reward on Head Bharat Yadav had been declared a fugitive by the court in connection with the earlier murder of Bijendra Yadav, with a ₹20,000 reward announced for his capture...

The area surrounding Mundka Metro Station on Rohtak Road has fallen into disrepair, creating a hazardous environment for commuters due to open drains, potholes, and waterlogging. Civic neglect has turned the approach to the station into a risky zone, making daily travel a challenge for residents and metro users alike. Both Entry Gates in Poor Condition While the station itself is functional, the surroundings tell a different story. Both entry gates are flanked by open drains, large potholes on service lanes, exposed manholes, and slippery mud patches. At Gate No. 2, which is equipped with escalators and stairs for senior citizens and differently-abled passengers, commuters must first navigate a four-foot open manhole filled with water before accessing the lift. Traversing this area s...

The Department of General Surgery at AIIMS has made history by performing over 1,000 successful robotic-assisted surgeries in just 13 months, offering patients reduced pain, faster recovery, and shorter hospital stays. The journey began on 5th November 2024, when AIIMS conducted its first robotic-assisted surgery. Initially, only one faculty member was trained in robotic surgery. Over the past 13 months, the institute has scaled up operations, and now all 25 faculty members are performing surgeries with robotic assistance. Unlike private hospitals, where such procedures can cost lakhs of rupees, AIIMS provides robotic surgeries free of charge. 1,000 Surgeries in Just Over a Year Dr. Sunil Chumber, Head of the Department of General Surgery at AIIMS, said that this is the first dedi...

New Delhi: The Delhi Police have registered a case against an Associate Professor at Jamia Millia Islamia under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act following allegations of caste-based verbal abuse and assault. The university has dismissed the assault claims, while police have rejected social media claims of forced religious conversion. According to police, the complaint was filed by Ramphool Meena, a Graduate Education Officer in the university’s Polytechnic Department. Meena alleged that on 13 January, Associate Professor Riazuddin of the Civil Engineering Department used abusive language and behaved violently toward him at his desk. Police stated that the case was registered at Jamia Nagar police station under Section 3(I)(r) of the SC/ST Act 1...

New Delhi: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has stepped up preparations to adorn the city’s parks and green spaces with a vibrant mix of native and exotic flowers this spring. Special precautions are being taken to protect the flowers, particularly tulips, from animals and theft by planting them in protective nets. Tulips and Flowering Duration:Tulip theft has been a recurring issue in the capital. To address this, tulips will be grown in secure nets. Under favorable weather, tulip bulbs usually bloom for 10 to 20 days. According to DDA, the Horticulture Department has been instructed to ensure the city’s green spaces display a colorful spring bloom. Diverse Colors and Locations:Tulips of five to six different colors will be planted across Dwarka’s green spaces and various DDA p...

New Delhi: Delhi Assembly’s Leader of Opposition, Atishi, has accused Minister Kapil Mishra of spreading falsehoods and disrespecting religious leaders in the ongoing video controversy. She alleged that the BJP’s claims are politically motivated and that Mishra has a habit of lying. Speaking to the media for the first time in the Assembly regarding the matter, Atishi said Mishra edited videos, invoked religious figures, and used their names for political gains, showing blatant disrespect for Gurus. Pattern of Falsehoods:Atishi highlighted Mishra’s history of making false claims, for which he had previously apologized in court. She rejected BJP’s allegations that she insulted Sikh Gurus, calling them “baseless and malicious.” She said, “My family and I have unshakable faith in Shri...

New Delhi: The Delhi State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (DSCDRC) has clarified that consumers are obligated to pay for the services they use. Exceeding the credit limit does not constitute a “shortfall in service,” the commission stated. The clarification came while dismissing an appeal against a District Consumer Commission’s decision. The district panel had earlier rejected a complaint against Bharti Airtel. The Complaint:The complainant alleged that the telecom service provider demanded payment without providing detailed billing for over ₹1.4 lakh and simultaneously suspended mobile services. The complainant claimed this should be considered a deficiency in service. The bench, comprising Commission President Justice Sangeeta Dhingra Sehgal and Judicial Member Pinky, d...

New Delhi: The Anti-Auto Theft Squad (AATS) of the Dwarka district police has achieved a significant breakthrough by apprehending a notorious criminal, Mohit, from the area. Authorities recovered a country-made pistol and live ammunition from his possession. Criminal BackgroundAccording to the police, the accused Mohit has been involved in multiple cases, including attempted murder, violations under the Arms Act, and the Excise Act. The AATS team carried out the arrest following routine patrolling and actionable intelligence. The Dwarka district DCP has kept teams on high alert to curb crime, leading to the formation of a special operations team that executed the planned operation. Details of the ArrestThe operation was conducted by a team comprising Sub-Inspector Jitendra Singh, Hea...

New Delhi: The IGI Airport Metro police have cracked a case involving the theft of metro signalling cables, arresting two accused and recovering stolen materials, tools, and a vehicle used in the crime. Case DetailsOn 11 January, DMRC employee Sanjay Kumar Jha, working at Dhaula Kuan Metro Station (Airport Express Line), lodged a complaint with IGI Metro police reporting the theft of approximately 800 meters of signalling cable from the metro track between Dhaula Kuan and Shivaji Stadium Metro stations. Following the complaint, a case was registered, and a detailed investigation was launched. How the Theft Was TracedThe stolen cable was found in a forest area near Buddha Garden, adjacent to the metro track. Despite the absence of cameras along the track, police reviewed footage from ...

New Delhi: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has identified serious lapses in the strict implementation of GRAP-3 and GRAP-4 measures across Delhi and the NCR. During a review of the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) and State Pollution Control Board operations, multiple shortcomings were observed, prompting CAQM to direct strict action against the officials responsible. Control Room Set Up for MonitoringTo strengthen monitoring, CAQM has established a dedicated GRAP control room. The control room tracks daily implementation of GRAP-3 and GRAP-4, evaluates the strictness of actions taken by agencies, and ensures compliance with pollution control regulations. Monitoring ProcessAgencies are required to submit daily action reports and weekly compliance reports, whi...